Energy reports

Home Energy Conservation Act

The Home Energy Conservation Act (HECA) 1995 recognises the key role of local authorities in improving the energy efficiency of residential accommodation in their areas. Download the latest report May 2021 HECA Progress Report (pdf 294.5KB)

Energy Company Obligation ECO - fuel poverty

Local authorities can set their own flexible eligibility criteria to enable residents to access ECO funding for domestic energy efficiency measures. This funding is aimed at those most likely to be in fuel poverty. The criteria for Newcastle upon Tyne are set out in our Statement of Intent (pdf 350KB)